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21 May 2019

Local board hosts UN Secretary General

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board hosted the visiting UN Secretary-General António Guterres at a roundtable discussion on aspirations for Māori and Pasifika and development opportunities.

21 May 2019

Diversity Forum aims to create social harmony

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board recently held the third annual Diversity Forum to celebrate its diverse communities.

Community 21 May 2019

Mt Albert road-safety upgrades welcomed

Several roads in Mt Albert have been upgraded to improve safety for residents.

Community 21 May 2019

Bridge decision urged in Howick

Howick Local Board has been asked to commit more money to safeguard pupils walking to school across a narrow bridge.

Community 21 May 2019

Papakura groups get funding support

Almost $50,000 has been approved by Papakura Local Board for placemaking initiatives for the town.

Community 21 May 2019

Good Citizens of Waitematā recognised

Waitematā Local Board recently celebrated their 4th biennial Good Citizens' Awards.

Sports / Leisure 21 May 2019

Football gets a leg up in Three Kings

New clubhouse at Keith Hay Park to be developed thanks to Environment and Community Committee funding.

21 May 2019

Albert-Eden Business Awards 2019

Voting has closed for the 2019 Albert-Eden Business Awards.

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Te Reo Māori Bilingual Storytime

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13 Feb 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

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25 Apr 2026

Adventure Bike Playground

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25 Apr 2026

Anzac Dawn Service - Māngere Domain

A time for people to gather as a community and remember those who gave their lives for our nation.

25 Apr 2026

Anzac Day Parades and Services 2026

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25 Apr 2026

Felt and fibre market

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